Do old Aadhaar card users need to update their documents: Here’s what you should know

A recent advisory issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) urged people who had their Aadhaar cards issued 10 years ago to get their documents including proof of identity and proof of address updated either online through the myAadhaar portal or offline by visiting the nearest Aadhaar centre

"Residents who had got their Aadhaar issued 10 years back, and have never updated after that in these years, such Aadhaar number holders are encouraged to get their documents updated," the statement said. “It is in the interest of the residents to keep their Aadhaars updated with current proof of identity and proof of address," UIDAI further added.

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Is it mandatory to get 10-year-old Aadhaar cards updated?

Actually, No. The advisory encourages users to update their Aadhaar information but doesn’t make it mandatory to do so. It clearly mentions that residents “may” do so on completion of every 10 years.

Having the latest documents associated with your Aadhaar will make it easier for users to avail of government schemes and will enable accurate authentication.

How to update your Aadhaar card documents offline?

To locate the nearest Aadhaar enrolment center near your home, you can visit here and search using your Pincode, State, or Locality. Just visit the nearest center with relevant documents and get them updated. You will have to pay a one-time fee of Rs. 50.

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How to update Aadhaar card online?

• To update your Aadhaar card online, visit the official MyAadhar page.
• Now log-in using your Aadhaar number and OTP received on the linked phone number
• Next, click on Online Update Services and select ‘Update Aaadhaar Online’.
• Select the demographics field to update from the list. Through this online portal, you can update your Name (minor correction only), Date of Birth(DoB), Gender and Address.
• Name (minor correction only), Address and Date of Birth correction require a scanned copy of the original supporting document. Please make sure that the supporting document is in your name and valid.
• You will have to make a payment of Rs. 50 through credit/debit card or net banking.
• You will get a Service Request Number (SRN) as a reference. Your request will be verified by internal quality check operators and you will receive an SMS notification containing the Enrolment ID and outcome on completion.

How long does it take to complete Aaadhar Update Online?

UIDAI claims that update requests are completed within 30 days with 90% service standards. You can check the update status anytime by visiting myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.